Equinox Systems LIGHTNING CRACKER 2 User manual

Order code: STRO20
User manual

WARNING
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!
CAUTION!
Keep this equipment away from rain,
moisture and liquids.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Every person involved with the installation, operation & maintenance of this
equipment should:
- Be competent
- Follow the instructions of this manual
CAUTION! TAKE CARE USING THIS EQUIPMENT!
HIGH VOLTAGE-RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!!
Before your initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused during
transportation. Should there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the
equipment.
To maintain the equipment in good working condition and to ensure safe operation, it is necessary
for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
Please note that damages caused by user modications to this equipment are not
subject to warranty.
Equinox Lightning Cracker 2 Safety

Equinox Lightning Cracker 2 Safety
IMPORTANT:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the
non-observance of this manual or any unauthorised modication to the equipment.
• Never let the power-cable come into contact with other cables. Handle the power-cable
and all mains voltage connections with particular caution!
• Never remove warning or informative labels from the equipment.
• Do not open the equipment and do not modify the equipment.
• Do not connect this equipment to a dimmer-pack.
• Do not switch the equipment on and off in short intervals, as this will reduce the
system’s life.
• Only use the equipment indoors.
• Do not expose to ammable sources, liquids or gases.
• Always disconnect the power from the mains when equipment is not in use or before
cleaning! Only handle the power-cable by the plug. Never pull out the plug by pulling the
power-cable.
• Make sure that the available voltage is between 220v/240v.
• Make sure that the power-cable is never crimped or damaged. Check the equipment and
the power-cable periodically.
• If the equipment is dropped or damaged, disconnect the mains power supply immediately.
Have a qualied engineer inspect the equipment before operating again.
• If the equipment has been exposed to drastic temperature uctuation (e.g. after
transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation might damage
the equipment. Leave the equipment switched off until it has reached room temperature.
• If your product fails to function correctly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit
securely (preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Prolight dealer
for service.
• Only use fuses of same type and rating.
• Repairs, servicing and power connection must only be carried out by a qualied
technician. THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.
• WARRANTY; One year from date of purchase.
OPERATING DETERMINATIONS
If this equipment is operated in any other way, than those described in this manual,
the product may suffer damage and the warranty becomes void.
Incorrect operation may lead to danger e.g.: short-circuit, burns, electric shocks,
lamp failure etc.
Do not endanger your own safety and the safety of others!
Incorrect installation or use can cause serious damage to people and property.

You should nd inside the Equinox carton the following items:
1, Equinox Lightning Cracker 2 strobe 2, Instruction manual
Technical Specications:
DMX channels: 2
Voltage: AC 240V - 50Hz
Fuse: F2A-250V Amp
Power consumption: 73W
Dimensions: 378 x 116 x 166mm
Weight: 1.8Kgs
Operations:
There are 3 operating modes to choose from:
1, Manual 2, Sound Active 3, DMX
Manual Mode
To run the Lightning Cracker 2 Strobe in Manual mode, press the press the “MODE” button to show
“F-X” on the LED display. To adjust the speed simply use the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to select the
desired speed level from 0- 9 (0= off, 9=fast).
To adjust the brightness, press the “MODE” button to show “C-X” on the LED display. now use the
“UP” and “DOWN” buttons to select the desired brightness output level from 0- 9 (0= off, 9=high).
Sound active Mode
To run the Lightning Cracker 2 Strobe in Sound active mode, press the “MODE” button to show “S-X”
on the LED display. To adjust the sound sensitivity level simply use the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to
select the desired sensitivity level from 0 - 9 (0=off, 9=high).
DMX Mode
To run the Lightning Cracker 2 Strobe in DMX mode, press the “MODE” button to show “ADD” on the
LED display and set your DMX address using the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons from “000-512”.
Now connect your DMX controller to the DMX input socket on the rear of the unit and the LED below the
last digit “ADD.” will ash to show it is receiving a DMX signal.
DMX Chart
Equinox Lightning Cracker 2 Technical specications

Over view
Main features
• 6 x 10W White Linear LEDs • Large coverage area
• Adjustable ash and intensity rate • Flash rate range of 1 - 10 Fps
• Adjustable hanging yoke • 3-pin XLR in/out sockets
• Analogue remote in/out sockets • 3 push button menu with LED display
DMX-512:
• DMX (Digital Multiplex) is a universal protocol used as a form of communication between
intelligent xtures and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions form the
controller to the xture. DMX data is sent as serial data that travels from xture to xture via the DATA
“IN” and DATA “OUT” XLR terminals located on all DMX xtures (most controllers only have a data “out”
terminal).
DATA Cable (DMX cable) requirements (for DMX operation):
• The Equinox Lightning Cracker 2 can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The DMX address is set on
the back of the unit. Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin XLR connector for data
input/output (gure 1).
Figure 1
Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split.
Equinox Lightning Cracker 2 Overview
Further DMX cables can be purchased from
all good sound and lighting suppliers or
Prolight dealers.
Please quote:
CABL10 – 2M
CABL11 – 5M
CABL12 – 10M
POWER SUPPLY
240V - 50Hz
FUSE:
F2A/250V

Notice:
• Be sure to follow gures 2 & 3 when making your own cables. Do not connect the cable’s shield
conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR’s outer casing.
Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behaviour.
Special Note: Line termination:
• When longer runs of cable are used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to
avoid erratic behaviour.
Using a cable terminator (part number CABL90) will decrease the possibilities of
erratic behaviour.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors:
• Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR connectors for data transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-Pin
XLR xtures may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX line. When inserting standard 5-pin
XLR connectors in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be used. The Chart below details the
correct cable conversion.
Termination reduces signal transmission problems
and interferance. it is always advisable to connect a
DMX terminal, (resistance 120 Ohm 1/4 W) between
pin 2 (DMX-) and pin 3 (DMX+) of the last fixture.
Equinox Lightning Cracker 2 DMX Set Up

Equinox Lightning Cracker 2 Notes